2006 BMW 5-Series Problems and Repair Histories
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2006 BMW 5-Series
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| BMW 5-Series in Philippines | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 26040 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 26040 | 2000 | The lurching problem of ZF transmissions. Every time I slow down going to a full stop, the auto transmission downshifts smoothly then from 2nd gear, it slams to 1st gear with a strong thud! |
| BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 71000 | 125 | Vanos system cleaned. First step. |
| Apr | 2011 | 73000 | 0 | CEL when sold. |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 67000 | 300 | oil change, front light failure |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 92000 | 230 | Faulty Leak Detection Pump, needed to be replaced with a new one. |
| Oct | 2012 | 100000 | 0 | Passenger Restraint System Malfunction message came on the iDrive screen, the dealership performed test plan, found faulty passenger occupancy sensor mat, replaced the mat and cleared the fault code under warranty(Recall issued in Aug. 2008) |
| Feb | 2013 | 108500 | 562 | Coolant Leak from Radiator. Replaced radiator |
| Mar | 2013 | 114000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 55180 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 76260 | 1300 | self-leveling suspension system failed alert. Required a new pump system for $1800. Aftermarket warranty paid the amount however required a $200 part (a filter tube declared a wear item) not covered which I paid for. crackling on the speakers when car started and persistent hum from speakers at the rear even when car turned off |
| Aug | 2012 | 80440 | 1500 | Rad cracked - needed replacement replaced right tie rod end |
| Mar | 2013 | 83080 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 80000 | 50 | The rear lift gate hydraulics went out. |
| Mar | 2012 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | First odometer entry | ||
| Jul | 2008 | 0 | Electronic issues with iDrive, reset | |
| Aug | 2008 | 27000 | 0 | Failed rear latch. Seat sensor, recall |
| Nov | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Had erratic idrive failures after car wash, found water in electronics compartment- this had caused prior hatch failure, satellite failure, etc. Known BMW service advisory to dealer, fixed appropriately. |
| Feb | 2009 | 35300 | 0 | repaired windshield washer reservoir, broke when being filled in -40 weather, likely due to brittle plastic |
| Oct | 2009 | 47000 | 0 | TSB announcement and routine maintenance |
| Feb | 2010 | 56000 | 321 | Drivers door lock failure |
| Sep | 2010 | 58000 | 300 | Air bag sensor |
| Jan | 2011 | 67000 | 400 | Intake manifold leaking |
| Mar | 2011 | 71000 | 0 | windshield wiper frame stuck due to salt |
| Mar | 2012 | 83000 | 550 | engine light came on, air filter dirty |
| Dec | 2012 | 89000 | 2500 | steering rack leaking, needed to be replaced replaced shocks |
| Jan | 2013 | 92000 | 1500 | Starter died |
| Feb | 2013 | 93000 | 45 | switch died for power door, replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 95000 | 75 | second parking light went out one week after first |
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 64000 | 0 | Bad steering angle sensor. Defect known by BMW since Aug 2006. BMW paid for repair. |
| Mar | 2013 | 69000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 33000 | 0 | BMW assist, bluetooth, and voice activation stopped working. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | US car purchased Nov 8, 2007. Entered Canada Jan 23 2007 2008-02-10 Warranty repair -Power hatch broken Warranty repair - I drive operating intermittently warranty repair - self leveling suspension warning not operational DVI (department of vehilce | |
| May | 2008 | 0 | Same US car purchased on Nov 8, 2007. I drive module being replaced, and software being updated (Under warranty) Play in steering wheel - (Warranty I hope)- Steering box being replaced and other parts. Self leveling malfunction light on | |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | Play in steering wheel - (Warranty I hope)- Steering box being replaced and other parts. 4 > 51-71-7-065-919 2 >32-41-1-093-597 2 >32-41-1-093-596 1 > 32-10-6-780-124 1 32-10-6-780-124 steerinb box retun | |
| Aug | 2008 | 0 | Still play in steering wheel (linkage from wheel to steering box now replaced) under warranty. whew. I drive controller still spins (replaced I drive screen?? and other parts) | |
| Nov | 2008 | 44420 | 0 | I drive controller replaced finally, and all seems to work fine now. I still get intermittent warning, self leveling suspension not working. |
| Jan | 2009 | 44940 | 0 | All seems to be working, except self leveling control intermittently goes on |
| Feb | 2009 | 45260 | 0 | Oil leak from Transmission. Parts ordered, and repairs under warranty to be covered, when fixed in March. Also shifter is peeling (plastic chrome) Parts on order / replaced under warranty. |
| May | 2009 | 49600 | 0 | Rear self leveling suspension compressor was replaced under warranty Software upgrade to the transmission to harsh notchy shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. |
| Jan | 2010 | 59700 | 254 | Brought in for 4x4 intermittent failure due to cold temp -20c and colder. found oil leak, etc. details to follow |
| Mar | 2011 | 68820 | 500 | Extended -30C temp 2 weeks, engine check light went on and car into limp mode (max 1000rpm, max speed 10km/hr). Diagnosed as throttle body and/or oxygen sensor. Estimate $1700. Debating trading car in. Frustrated with it. |
| May | 2011 | 71300 | 1397 | Engine check light on, diagnosed problem and replace throttle body, and bank 2 02 sensor. replace microfilters. total $1396 |
| Feb | 2012 | 80160 | 2500 | xenon burnt was burn out, and replaced for around $300 leaking raditator that required replacing tie rod and stabilizer rods required replacing |
| May | 2012 | 81400 | 300 | burn out angel eye bulb charged 2hrs labour? |
| Dec | 2012 | 87420 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 400 | starter motor replaced | |
| Jun | 2011 | 2000 | Oil filter housing, valve cover gasket replacements Repaired A/C condensate line Replaced DVD player | |
| Feb | 2012 | 475 | R&R rear hatch lift arm/system. Unclogged sunroof drain holes. | |
| Jun | 2012 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 48000 | 0 | Trunk lid would not latch properly. Latch replaced |
| Apr | 2012 | 70000 | 750 | Failed coil pack |
| Jul | 2012 | 70700 | 0 | Dead battery |
| Feb | 2013 | 75000 | 2300 | Non-functioning starter. Starter replaced Leaking valve gasket |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 58000 | 450 | remote key stopped working. ordered a new remote key but still didn't work. dealer looked into further and found out the antenna is not working properly. replace the antenna. |
| Nov | 2009 | 62000 | 1600 | heater stopped working and the car was giving engine overheating warning. |
| Oct | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 74000 | 0 | Replacement of transmission part. Oil gasket issues; bearing replacement |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 268hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 37000 | 0 | Increased battery discharge warning. Persistent problem if car left without driving for a day or so. Told that it was my fault as car not driven enough to top battery. fault eventually traced to the tracker device. disconnected and problem solved |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 42000 | 0 | sunroof seal had loud road noise |
| Dec | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | Worn stabilizer bar |
| Jan | 2010 | 43000 | 0 | Bushings repaired |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 161hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 215 | Cracked rim, 3 hairline cracks, very common with mv2. welded 1 and powdercoated all 4 in mirival metalflake silver. | |
| Dec | 2010 | 87000 | 50 | Exhaust mount snapped, Replaced |
| Jan | 2011 | 88000 | 285 | Parking sensors failed, Faulty sensor, Replaced. fog light surround fell off and was driven over. replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 89000 | 0 | central locking stopped working dealer quoted £600. Sick of this car and its problems and awful ride quality so traded it in for Japanese reliability. |
| BMW 5-Series in France | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | Front lights. | |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | Car Communication Computer (infotainment system) replaced. | |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Car Communication Computer (infotainment system) replaced again. | |
| Jan | 2009 | 22320 | 0 | Faulty remote key replaced. A spring from the clutch pedal somehow came loose and fell to the floor. Replaced. |
| Feb | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
500-horsepower 5.0L V10 7-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 54000 | 930 | Replaced two out of 4 O2 sensors, $1200 Replaced driver door handle with induction sensor for Comfort Access $600 plus $200 for programming Had extended warr, paid deduct + extra over labor cap |
| Mar | 2013 | 64000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 55000 | 2000 | Over voltage condition (>17v) was causing all control systems to reset periodically. Alternator and voltage regulator were replaced. The wind shield washer stopped spraying (although the headlight washers still worked). The replaced the pump. |
| Mar | 2013 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | Software update. |
| Jan | 2010 | 25000 | 0 | ebrake part replaced, teeth were missing. |
| Sep | 2010 | 42000 | 1500 | Oil cooler sprung a leak |
| Oct | 2010 | 44700 | 1100 | Auxiliary fan failed. |
| Jan | 2011 | 51700 | 1300 | iDrive computer failed and had to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | 58000 | 2000 | Throttle actuator was sticking open. Was replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 61000 | 350 | ambient cabin temp. sensor |
| Sep | 2012 | 89000 | 5700 | Transmission failure. Replaced with remanufactured trans. |
| Mar | 2013 | 95000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Bahrain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | AC unit reneeded to be replaced | |
| Oct | 2010 | 35960 | 3000 | Transmission fluid slow leakage. Radiator ok but replace all hoses, connectors etc. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 34000 | 712 | micro processor shorted. affected radio, cd, dvd, navigation, phone..... |
| Jun | 2012 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 76000 | 0 | Heater fan had started making occasional noise. Sometimes the noise would start when accelerating on a cold day. Strange. |
| BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 41000 | 50 | Drivers side rear window regulator needed replacement. window stuck in down position. |
| Aug | 2011 | 48000 | 280 | Window regulator replaced |
| Aug | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 20000 | 0 | Silent warranty on OCM3 mat on passenger seat. Micro-cracks cause inactivation of passenger airbag and warning light on dash display. Owner must know and ask BMW stealership who must get permission from BMW for reimbursement. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 1291 | Replaced leaking radiator and expansion tank with broken float. | |
| Jan | 2013 | 88700 | 1000 | Replace front xenon headlight Worn and leaking thrust arm bushings |
| Mar | 2013 | 90000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 64000 | 0 | Sunroof seal replaced due to excessive wind noise. |
| Apr | 2010 | 77000 | 500 | Oil leak noted in drivetrain. Gasket replaced. |
| Aug | 2010 | 82300 | 50 | Check engine light came on after car picked up from regular service. Sensor replaced. |
| Jul | 2011 | 99000 | 130 | Part ordered to repair non-functional thigh extension on front passenger seat. Car also checked over since approaching end of warranty, and oil changed. Cost of part and repair deferred until installation (limited to warrant deductible) |
| Aug | 2011 | 99000 | 50 | Installed part to repair passenger seat thigh extension. |
| Sep | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Switzerland | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 1204 | Replace rear view camera and switchboard. Repaired wiring. | |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | CD player jammed | |
| Nov | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 48300 | 0 | Rear window seal deteriorated. Replaced under warranty. |
| Feb | 2011 | 51000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 2600 | CCC computer failed. Replacement, new software and new battery was $2600. BMW was kind enough to pick up $2200 of the repair. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 45000 | 0 | Annual oil change, brake pads and rotors replaced |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 13020 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 17360 | 0 | Fault computer circuit. Moisture got in and corroded a cable. |
| Dec | 2009 | 29140 | 0 | Flat tire indicator sensor malfunction and would not reset. |
| Jan | 2011 | 46260 | 0 | CD player lost a channel. The rest of the audio system works fine. CD player not covered by warranty. Was quoted an outrageous amount to replace. |
| Apr | 2011 | 48980 | 150 | Power window sensor malfunction. Incessant warnings that power windows and safety stops have failed though the windows worked fine. Unable to turn off warning chimes. Dealer had to reload ECU programming. |
| Jul | 2011 | 51460 | 270 | Starter motor on engine would not work. BMW replaced it. I was told the motor brushes had worn. I've never seen that happen on a 5 year old car before. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76260 | 0 | Took the car in for routine maintenance. Was told the tie rod was worn and would need replacing. Due to cost, will wait til next time. |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 43000 | 0 | Steering column power tilt repaired. |
| Sep | 2010 | 55000 | 710 | 56,000 mile service and 4 lights out in the tail light assembly. |
| Jan | 2012 | 76000 | 470 | Plugs failed and to do a major tune up |
| Oct | 2012 | 89700 | 859 | Starter failed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | Replaced damaged tire after delivery, gouge in sidewall noticed after delivery | |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | Bad sensor in the exhaust needed replacement after service engine soon light. | |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | Replace car battery due to failure under factory warranty | |
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 75000 | 0 | Paint peeling on both side view mirrors. BMW repaired for free even though out of warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 74300 | 0 | Replaced radiator, thermostat, compensator, water hose inlet. |
| Aug | 2011 | 75700 | 50 | Replaced AC blower regulator, final stage resistor, blower motor. |
| Mar | 2012 | 82000 | 1071 | AWD, DSC, ABS, EVP warning on iDrive. Replaced Transfer Case Actuator Motor |
| Mar | 2013 | 89000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 52000 | 0 | Flat tire sensor came on incorrectly. Repair shop checked tires and reset sensors. |
| Nov | 2012 | 55700 | 25 | Right turn signal malfunctioned. Replaced light bulb. Not fixed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 58000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 74400 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 93240 | 480 | engine overheat warning light illuminated, replaced water pump and thermostat |
| Mar | 2013 | 97340 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
174-horsepower 2.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 7000 | 0 | Water ingress on headlight. Part replaced Door seals squeak. Dealer did the teflon tape fix. No audible problems from then on. |
| Aug | 2009 | 8000 | 0 | 6" display refused to turn on at start up. 15 minutes later was ok. Dealer said common problem and replaced the display entirely |
| Dec | 2009 | 13000 | 0 | Battery monitoring cable/circuit faulty resulting in flat battery. Cable/circuit replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW 5-Series 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 47000 | 155 | comfort access never worked well on my wagon. replaced and reprogrammed keys. one key still bad, other may be better. needs time to analyze |
| May | 2011 | 52000 | 50 | Engine overheat light went on. Water pump replaced. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4-door
6-cylinder automated manual 2WD
| BMW 5-Series in United Arab Emirates | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 75020 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 75920 | 1000 | Steering Shaft required to be changed |
| Jun | 2012 | 76880 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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